Popping the Ab

Last Modified 15-Jun-97

First, Measure the ab

(I cut it twice and it's still too short?)

IMPORTANT NOTE:

What will cause an ab to clamp down?

• blocking the surge/light
• approaching too fast (the ab will sense your pressure wave)
• touching it (especially on the mantle)
• tapping the rock with your ab iron

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Taking abs with an iron:

Illustration: Popping an ab with an iron

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Taking abs without an iron:

Illustration: Taking abs without an iron

IMPORTANT NOTE:
When you are preparing to come back to shore, Double check ALL your abalone with your gauge.
(see measurement)